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Includes links to Chicago-based resources that are focused on one or more health conditions or diseases that affect the human body, mind and spirit. Sites may include, but not limited to: organizations, support groups, treatment centers (specific to a condition/disease), and specialists.
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Chicago Asthma Consortium
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Seeks to reduce the morbidity and mortality and enhance the quality of life for people with asthma. Includes information on its programs and services, statistics, brochures, event calendar, and contacts.
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Chicago HELP: STD Educational Support Group
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Providing support, resources and education to lay persons on sexually transmitted disease (STD) prevention.
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Chicago Stuttering Society
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Independent nonprofit group established to provide information, advocacy, and support for those who stutter.
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Gastro-Intestinal Research Foundation of Chicago
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GIRF supports research on the causes and cures of digestive diseases. Includes support for patients, friends and relatives. Offers programs and services, education, and contacts.
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Scleroderma Foundation - Chicago Chapter
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Supports patients and families of this chronic, autoimmune disease of the connective tissue. Includes overview of programs and events, donations, links, and contacts.
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Skin Disease Education Foundation
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Not-for-profit organization that focuses on educating and updating physicians about diseases and conditions of the skin. Includes conferences, public education programs, and contacts.
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University of Chicago: Asthma Center
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Offers general information about causes, effects and management. Includes specific information for children, and for health professionals.
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Tuberculosis Control in Chicago
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A comprehensive information site for tuberculosis, a mycobacterial infectious disease, that is developed and maintained by local volunteers. Features area resources, clinics, a photo gallery, and contacts.
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